Celtic 2026: O'Neill pledges reinforcements, new strike pair

Timeline

1. 2 days ago

   [SPORTS] 3 sources

   Celtic manager O'Neill plans strike partnership for new forwards Hogh and Duran

   Celtic boss Martin O'Neill eyes a new strike partnership for summer signings Kasper Hogh and Camilo Duran, praising their personalities and goal records ahead of the season opener versus Dundee.

2. 17 days ago

   [SPORTS] 7 sources

   Celtic manager O'Neill vows squad reinforcement amid fan frustration over slow transfer window

   Celtic manager Martin O'Neill promises new signings as fans protest a slow transfer window; only Camilo Duran is confirmed, while several targets remain linked to the club.

3. 19 days ago

   [SPORTS] 5 sources

   Celtic grapples with squad doubts as O'Neill talks and transfer rumors intensify

   Celtic faces squad uncertainty as O'Neill meets Callum Osmand, Elliot Watt nears a Turkish transfer, and Rangers critics label Celtic's team as threadbare.

4. 20 days ago

   [SPORTS] 5 sources

   Celtic captain Callum McGregor calls for high standards ahead of new season

   Celtic captain Callum McGregor urges high standards and accountability during the Portugal pre‑season camp, pledging to stay with the club under Martin O'Neill as they prepare for the new season.

5. 22 days ago

   [SPORTS] 12 sources

   Feyenoord signs goalkeeper Tjark Ernst amid flurry of Dutch club transfers

   Feyenoord signs goalkeeper Tjark Ernst for €5 m; Ramiz Zerrouki returns to FC Twente; Dutch clubs activate loans for Slory and ’t Zand amid active transfer market.

6. 24 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Celtic boss Martin O'Neill demands rapid sign‑ins ahead of Champions League qualifier

   Celtic manager Martin O’Neill says the club must rush new signings before its upcoming Champions League qualifier, citing last season’s European disappointment and the financial stakes.

7. 24 days ago

   [SPORTS] 9 sources

   Feyenoord in talks to sign Hertha BSC goalkeeper Tjark Ernst

   Feyenoord are negotiating with Hertha BSC for goalkeeper Tjark Ernst, with talks ongoing after a sub‑clause offer; Celtic and Wolfsburg have also shown interest, while Feyenoord line up Kayne van Oevelen as an

8. 27 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Celtic evaluates academy prospects as pre‑season matches unfold

   Celtic manager Martin O'Neill reviewed six academy prospects in a pre‑season friendly, while a possible Liam Scales suspension could benefit Maik Nawrocki.

9. 28 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Goalkeeper Tjark Ernst faces transfer race as Feyenoord, Celtic and others bid €5 million

   Hertha BSC’s 23‑year‑old keeper Tjark Ernst, whose €5 million release clause is being met by Feyenoord and Celtic, is at the centre of a transfer race that also includes Borussia Mönchengladbach.

10. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Celtic manager Martin O'Neill under pressure as club remains inactive in transfer market

    Celtic manager Martin O'Neill faces criticism as the club makes no signings this window, while rivals have added players; shareholders promise funds and O'Neill vows to avoid repeat of last season’s mistakes.

11. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Celtic appoints Ross Grant as set‑piece coach and targets Hertha keeper Tjark Ernst

    Celtic have hired Hearts’ set‑piece coach Ross Grant for Martin O’Neill’s staff and are linked with a bid for Hertha Berlin goalkeeper Tjark Ernst amid competition from Ajax.

12. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Celtic confirms O'Neill's backroom team ahead of tough Rangers challenge

    Celtic confirmed Shaun Maloney, Mark Fotheringham and Stephen McManus will stay on Martin O'Neill's staff, while O'Neill warned the upcoming Old Firm clash with Rangers will be tough.

13. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Celtic manager Martin O'Neill says Champions League qualifier will decide season

    Martin O'Neill says retaining staff and pre‑season prep are key, but Celtic’s Champions League qualifier will decide the season’s direction.

14. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Celtic to Issue Statement on Coaching Staff Amid Shareholder Influence

    Celtic may issue a Thursday statement to clarify the status of Martin O’Neill, Shaun Maloney and Mark Fotheringham, amid pressure from shareholder Dermot Desmond and pending player issues.

15. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Celtic faces pre‑season staffing crisis as Martin O'Neill's backroom team remains unsettled

    Celtic's new permanent manager Martin O'Neill still lacks a confirmed coaching team, sparking fan criticism and worries over pre‑season preparation.

16. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Celtic faces coaching staff decisions as O'Neill prepares new season

    Celtic manager Martin O'Neill's staff contracts remain unsettled while defender Cameron Carter‑Vickers returns from injury, prompting optimism for the upcoming season.

17. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Martin O'Neill Named Celtic Permanent Manager on One-Year Deal

    Martin O'Neill signs a one‑year deal as Celtic’s permanent manager; backroom staff appointments are delayed amid pay‑cut talks, drawing criticism from former player Darren Jackson.

18. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources

    Martin O'Neill appointed permanent manager of Celtic

    Celtic have signed 74‑year‑old Martin O'Neill to a one‑year deal, with an option to extend, after he led the club to a league‑and‑cup double.

19. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Celtic FC faces Hatate transfer request and fan backlash over Robbie Keane appointment

    Celtic FC deals with Reo Hatate’s transfer request, fan protests over Robbie Keane’s Israel link, and claims of an assault at Celtic Park.

20. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Celtic fans reject Robbie Keane's prospective appointment over Gaza ties

    Celtic considers former striker Robbie Keane as manager, sparking fan protests over his past role at Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv during the Gaza war.

21. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Martin O'Neill confirms another season as Celtic manager, club faces recruitment overhaul

    Celtic confirms Martin O'Neill stays as manager for another season after a double, but former players warn the club needs a strong recruitment plan before the summer window.

22. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources

    Celtic confirm Martin O'Neill will remain as manager for another season

    Celtic confirmed Martin O'Neill will stay as manager for another year, with a new transfer budget, while transfer rumors involve Reo Hatate’s exit wish and Hayato Inamura’s permanent signing.

23. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Leicester City and Celtic in advanced talks for new managers

    Leicester City are in advanced talks to hire former Rangers coach Russell Martin, while Celtic consider ex‑Liverpool boss Arne Slot as a new manager to boost European performance.

24. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Robbie Keane remains top candidate as Celtic manager search continues

    Robbie Keane is a leading candidate for Celtic’s next manager, having spoken with owner Dermot Desmond, while also preparing for a Legends match in South Korea; the club seeks a swift appointment before pre‑se‑

25. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Celtic’s manager search stalls summer sign‑on activity

    Celtic’s pending appointment of Martin O’Neill or Robbie Keane has halted all summer signings, while rivals Rangers and Hearts move in the transfer market ahead of Champions League qualifiers.

26. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources

    Robbie Keane Touted as Future Celtic Manager as Martin O’Neill Rumored to Depart

    Teddy Sheringham backs Robbie Keane as the next Celtic manager while Martin O’Neill appears set to leave after a domestic double.